China Calls for Calm, Early Ceasefire in Cambodia-Thailand Border Clash
China calls on Cambodia and Thailand to remain calm, seek an early ceasefire, rejects speculation over Chinese weapons use, and pledges to support dialogue and peace talks.
China Unveils 2025–2035 Earth System Forecasting Strategy
The CMA announced its 2025–2035 Earth System Forecasting Strategy on December 18, 2025, aiming for a self-reliant, world-class forecasting system by 2035.
EU’s Return Hubs Leave Asylum Seekers Stranded in Tunisia
As the EU tightens immigration with offshore return hubs, tens of thousands of asylum seekers are trapped in Tunisia, facing legal limbo and straining local resources this International Migrants Day.
Chinese Mainland Wetlands Remain Above 800 Million Mu in 14th Five-Year Plan
During the 14th Five-Year Plan, the Chinese mainland kept its wetland area above 800 million mu, implementing over 1,000 protection projects and restoring 4.34 million mu of vital ecosystems.
Chinese Mainland Unveils Ambitious 2035 Climate Plan
The Chinese mainland’s new 2035 NDC marks a shift to total emissions control, pledging absolute cuts and a sixfold expansion of wind and solar capacity under the Paris Agreement.
Water-Sleeve Dance Dazzles on Snowy Tibetan Plateau
A young performer blends streetwear and traditional Tibetan attire in a stunning water-sleeve dance on a snowy plateau, breathing new life into centuries-old heritage.
Chinese Mainland Backs Venezuela’s Call for Emergency UN Security Council Meeting
Chinese mainland supports Venezuela’s bid for an emergency UN Security Council session amid rising tensions with the United States.
Grey Cranes Stage Winter Spectacle in Tarim Basin Oasis
Over 5,000 grey cranes winter in a revitalized oasis in the Chinese mainland’s Tarim Basin, showcasing the success of habitat restoration on 40,000 hectares of reclaimed farmland.
Hainan Free Trade Port Poised to Become Global Investment Hub
China launched special customs operations in Hainan Free Trade Port on December 18, marking a milestone in its opening-up. Investors are eyeing tourism, clean energy and digital sectors.
Chinese FM Wang Yi Urges Cambodia-Thailand Ceasefire in Border Clashes
Chinese FM Wang Yi called Cambodian and Thai counterparts on December 18, 2025, urging a ceasefire in recent border clashes and dispatching a special envoy to mediate peace.